Zoe Harris

Talent Acquisition Partner - Sales (VXBS, MMS, VBS & Regional Sales)
London, England, United Kingdom

Professional Overview

Zoe Harris is a seasoned Talent Acquisition Partner with over 7 years of experience in the sales and marketing domain. She specializes in recruiting top talent for various sales roles, including VXBS, MMS, VBS, and regional sales positions. Zoe's expertise spans the full talent acquisition lifecycle, from sourcing and screening to onboarding and retention.

Experience Summary

Current Role

As the Talent Acquisition Partner - Sales (VXBS, MMS, VBS & Regional Sales) at Visa, Zoe is responsible for identifying and attracting exceptional sales professionals to support the company's growth objectives. In this role, she has successfully built and maintained a robust pipeline of qualified candidates, leading to the successful placement of over 25 sales leaders within the past 12 months. Zoe's strategic approach to talent acquisition has contributed to Visa's ability to expand its sales presence in key markets and drive revenue growth.

Career Progression

Prior to her current role, Zoe served as the International Talent Acquisition Partner - Sales & Marketing at Currencycloud, where she played a pivotal role in the company's acquisition by Visa. In this position, she was instrumental in building and optimizing the organization's talent acquisition processes, resulting in a 35% reduction in time-to-hire for sales and marketing roles.

Earlier in her career, Zoe held positions as an International Talent Acquisition Manager - Sales at Statista and a Talent Acquisition Executive - Sales at Ink - we are travel media. These roles allowed her to develop a deep understanding of the sales industry and hone her skills in sourcing, screening, and selecting high-performing sales professionals.

Academic Background

Zoe holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of Manchester, where she graduated with Honors. During her studies, she was recognized for her academic excellence, earning a spot on the Dean's List for three consecutive years.

Areas of Expertise

• Sales talent acquisition and recruitment

• Workforce planning and talent strategy

• Candidate sourcing and screening

• Interview and assessment design

• Onboarding and employee engagement

• Sales industry knowledge and trends

Professional Impact

• Developed and implemented a comprehensive sales talent acquisition strategy that contributed to a 25% increase in sales team headcount at Visa

• Spearheaded the integration of Currencycloud's talent acquisition processes with Visa's systems, ensuring a seamless transition and maintaining business continuity during the acquisition

• Recognized as a top-performing Talent Acquisition Partner, consistently exceeding quarterly hiring targets by an average of 15%

• Actively involved in industry events and conferences, sharing best practices in sales talent acquisition and contributing to the development of the broader talent acquisition community

Conclusion

Zoe Harris is a highly accomplished Talent Acquisition Partner with a proven track record of success in the sales and marketing domain. Her strategic approach, industry expertise, and ability to identify and attract top talent have been instrumental in driving growth and revenue for the organizations she has served. Zoe is poised to continue making a significant impact in her current role at Visa, further solidifying her reputation as a talent acquisition leader in the industry.